How far is Ashton, ID from Idaho Falls, ID?
The driving distance from Ashton, ID to Idaho Falls, ID is about 59 miles (94.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51 miles (82.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in and county seat of Madison County, Idaho, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ashton and Idaho Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ashton and Idaho Falls.
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Start on Main Street
2026 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
16.3 mi · 18 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Yellowstone Highway
17.2 mi · 18 min · Yellowstone Highway
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Continue on Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
15.4 mi · 16 min · Idaho Medal of Honor Highway
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Continue on Rigby Highway
3169 ft · 39 sec · Rigby Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20 Business: Lewisville, Idaho Falls
1314 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto North 5th East
925 ft · 16 sec · North 5th East
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Continue on North Holmes Avenue
3.9 mi · 8 min · North Holmes Avenue
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Turn right onto East Sunnyside Road
2578 ft · 51 sec · East Sunnyside Road
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Turn left onto Stonebrook Lane
142 m · 15 sec · Stonebrook Lane
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Turn right onto West Stone Run Lane
74 m · 16 sec · West Stone Run Lane
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Turn left onto Charleston Lane
46 m · 7 sec · Charleston Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Charleston Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ashton and Idaho Falls.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Yellowstone Highway
Continue on Yellowstone Highway
17.2 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Ashton and Sunny near Idaho Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ashton to Idaho Falls?
The road trip is about 59 miles (94.9 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rexburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.5 miles from Ashton and 31.5 miles from Idaho Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51 miles (82.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.10 one way or $16.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ashton and Sunny near Idaho Falls.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ashton and Idaho Falls. Straight-line distance: 51.01 mi (82.09 km).
#1 Ashton
City in Fremont County, Idaho, United States
| Population | 1,050 |
| Coordinates | 44.0715800, -111.4482900 |
| Altitude | 1603 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Idaho Falls
The most populous city in Bonneville County, Idaho.
| Population | 62,888 |
| Coordinates | 43.4665800, -112.0341400 |
| Altitude | 1434 |
| Country | United States |
End: Charleston Lane (-112.034479, 43.46658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $8.10 | $16.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $8.80 | $17.60 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $9.46 | $18.92 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $11.26 | $22.51 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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